MMSA Title: STEM Education Specialist – Mathematics
Hometown: Arundel, Maine
Education:I graduated from the University of Maine in Orono with an Elementary Education degree and a concentration in English. I am certified as a K-8 elementary teacher as well as an assistant principal.
STEM passion area: I am passionate about making math approachable for all students and teachers.
What do you like most about your role at MMSA: I love working with educators from all over the state of Maine, and helping them to provide meaningful and engaging math experiences for their students.
Favorite STEM-related memory: I recently had a past student reach out to me about their favorite math memory from our time together, and that is something I will always be proud of!
What did you do before you worked at MMSA: I was a fourth and fifth-grade math teacher and school-wide technology coach. Before that, I taught special education and volunteered with AmeriCorps.
What do you like to do in your free time: I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, gardening, and all things food.
Pronouns: she, her, hers
Phone: (207) 626-3230 x134
Email: all emails are first initial last name at mmsa.org
Projects:
Numeracy in Nature
Consulting